Johannesburg Water has announced an unplanned water interruption in Oakdene due to a burst pipe. Water supply is temporarily isolated while repairs are carried out. Residents in the affected areas should expect low water pressure or no water until the issue is fixed.
Key details
- What happened: Burst pipe at the corner of Carlin Terrace and Murray Street, Oakdene
- Reason: Unplanned maintenance to fix a burst pipe
- Areas affected: Murray Street, Carlin Terrace, High Street
- Time of notice: 28 March 2026 – 10:10
- Water status: Isolated (closed) to begin repairs
- Estimated restoration time: 15:30
- Next updates: To be provided as work progresses
- Contact for service queries: 0860 056 2874 / 011 688 1699
- Email: fault@jwater.co.za
- Source: Johannesburg Water customer notices
- Further notices: Johannesburg Water notices
What residents should do
- Store enough water for essential needs while supply is limited.
- Avoid using large amounts of water until pressure normalises.
- Report any persistent low pressure or no water to the contact channels above.
- Take care when using water from alternative sources and ensure it is safe for use.
- Check back for updates for the estimated restoration time and any new information.
Frequently asked questions
- When will water come back in Oakdene on Murray Street and Carlin Terrace? The estimated restoration time is 15:30, with updates provided as work progresses.
- Why is there no water in High Street, Murray Street, and Carlin Terrace? A burst pipe requires repairs, so water has been isolated to allow work to begin safely.
- Which areas are affected by the outage in Oakdene? The affected areas are Murray Street, Carlin Terrace, and High Street.
- How can I report issues or get updates for Oakdene water interruptions? Call 0860 056 2874 or 011 688 1699, or email fault@jwater.co.za. Updates will be provided by Johannesburg Water as work progresses.
- Where can I find more notices from Johannesburg Water? See the official notices at Johannesburg Water customer notices and more notices at Johannesburg Water notices.